Lens Comparison
Nikon NIKKOR Z 135mm f/1.8 S Plena vs Nikon NIKKOR Z 70-180mm f/2.8
Key Differences
- Nikon NIKKOR Z 70-180mm f/2.8 has a better min focus distance (27 cm vs 82 cm).
- Nikon NIKKOR Z 70-180mm f/2.8 has a better price (msrp) ($1,049 vs $2,499).
- Nikon NIKKOR Z 135mm f/1.8 S Plena has a better maximum aperture (f/1.8 vs f/2.8).
- Nikon NIKKOR Z 70-180mm f/2.8 has a better weight (795g (1.75 lb) vs 995g (2.19 lb)).
- Nikon NIKKOR Z 135mm f/1.8 S Plena has a better aperture blades (11 vs 9).
| Product | ||
|---|---|---|
| Optical Design | ||
| Focal Length | 135mm | 70-180mm |
| Lens Type | Prime | Zoom |
| Optical Elements | 16 | 21 |
| Optical Groups | 14 | 15 |
| Aperture & Iris | ||
| Maximum Aperture | f/1.8 | f/2.8 |
| Minimum Aperture | f/16 | f/22 |
| Aperture Blades | 11 | 9 |
| Rounded Aperture | Yes | Yes |
| Coverage & Angle | ||
| Format Coverage | Full-Frame | Full-Frame |
| Lens Mount | Nikon Z | Nikon Z |
| Angle of View | 18° – 18° | − |
| 35mm Equivalent | − | − |
| Focus | ||
| Autofocus | Yes | Yes |
| Focus Motor | Multi-focus Stepping | Multi-focus Stepping |
| Focus Limiter | No | No |
| AF/MF Switch | Yes | Yes |
| Min Focus Distance | 82 cm | 27 cm |
| Max Magnification | 0.2x | 0.36x |
| Stabilization & Video | ||
| Optical Stabilization | No | Yes |
| Aperture Ring | No | No |
| Declickable Aperture | No | No |
| Parfocal | No | No |
| Internal Zoom | No | No |
| General | ||
| Price (MSRP) | $2,499 | $1,049 |
| Filter Size | 82mm | 67mm |
| Diameter | 98mm | 83mm |
| Length | 139.5mm | 155.5mm |
| Weight | 995g (2.19 lb) | 795g (1.75 lb) |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Tripod Collar | No | No |
